• Vintage from the 1960s • Pendant: H 2 1/2 Inches; Pendant: W 1 1/2 Inches • Materials: Shell • Style: Art nouveau • Materials: Shell, Stone • Style: Art nouveau • Vintage Persian Painted Abalone Shell Large Pendant This is a rare and beautiful antique Persian, or possibly Chinese, brooch that is hand painted on Mother of Pearl with a Hunting Scene with hunters on horses chasing animals. The back is Silver Tone metal. It is in very good condition with very minor wear normal for its age, and no damage. Mother Pearl was used to honor royalty or high-class citizens in Egypt. It has been discovered in ancient pyramids and tombs. The most famous ornament was found in King Tutankhamen's tomb and may have been presented to him as a way of protection in the afterlife. Painting is in good condition. As a whole, it still presents very well. Natural mother-of-pearl shell has tremendous spiritual value for those whose high goals and attitudes keep them feeling stressed. Mother-of-pearl shell is commonly believed to attract prosperity and is often used in mystical work and lore to heighten intuition, psychic sensitivity and imagination. It is believed that mother-of-pearl shell offers soothing, motherly protection from negative energy and love. Due to this, mother-of-pearl shell is a recommended crystal healing gemstone for children.